Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive EHS Engineer to support and strengthen Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) practices across our projects and operations.

The EHS Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs that protect employees, minimize workplace risks and environmental impacts, and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards. The role will also promote a strong safety culture through risk management, training, incident prevention, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and guidelines, including requirements established by DOSH (Department of Occupational Safety and Health), DOE (Department of Environment), and CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board).
Environmental Compliance: Develop and manage environmental programs to ensure compliance with applicable requirements relating to noise, hazardous waste, air quality, water quality, and other environmental impacts.
Risk Assessment: Identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and develop appropriate mitigation measures through engineering controls, administrative controls, safe working practices, and the use of appropriate safety equipment.
Safety Training: Develop and deliver EHS training programs to improve employee awareness and ensure a clear understanding of safety procedures, requirements, and responsibilities.
Incident Investigation: Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety violations to identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Emergency Response: Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response plans covering scenarios such as fires, chemical spills, natural disasters, and civil unrest.
Occupational Health & Hygiene: Monitor workplace conditions to support employee health and safety, including ventilation, exposure to hazardous substances, and appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
EHS Data & Reporting: Collect, monitor, and analyze EHS data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement, and communicate key findings to management.
Documentation: Maintain accurate EHS records, reports, incident documentation, inspection records, and other required compliance documentation.
Regulatory Liaison: Serve as a point of contact with relevant government and regulatory authorities and support timely compliance with new and amended regulatory requirements.
Continuous Improvement: Monitor EHS performance and identify opportunities to strengthen safety practices, environmental performance, and the overall EHS management system.

Employee Benefits:
Health Insurance

Employees' Pension

Employment Insurance

Industrial Injury Insurance

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline, with relevant DOSH certification.
Professional safety certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or equivalent would be advantageous.
Certified by DOSH in relevant Occupational Health & Safety programs.
Preferably 10+ years of safety/EHS experience, ideally with international companies, and/or 5+ years of experience as a competent Safety Officer within the construction industry.
Possess a valid HSE Green Book.
Experience overseeing CSA and MEP General Contractors’ safety programs during data center construction, including Integrated Systems Testing (IST) and commissioning activities.
Experienced in reviewing Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) documentation.
Strong understanding of hazards associated with High-Risk Activities (HRA) and the corresponding HIRARC (Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Risk Control) processes.
Experience reviewing and validating internal and external EHS audit protocols.
Ability to prepare and complete audit reports, identify safety deficiencies related to high-risk activities, and monitor corrective actions through to closure.
Conduct regular EHS audits and site inspections to identify non-compliance and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Working knowledge of DOSH requirements, including applicable training requirements related to high-risk activities.
Strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify EHS risks and recommend practical solutions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, management, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
Comfortable working approximately 65% on site and 35% in an office environment, including meetings and documentation reviews.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken, is preferred.